Nature Girl - Lauren Kurmey
Lauren Kurmey has two great gifts. The first is the innate ability to sense the natural beauty in world that surrounds us. The second is to capture that beauty in illustration and share her vision through art. A play of light and color accentuating an emotional spirit within creatures that come alive. Her scenes bring out a magical wonder in her audience and remind us of the true beauty of the world… -Corry’s Aesthetics
About Lauren
Lauren Kurmey brings the magic of nature to life on functional wares via her cozy, fantasy-vibe drawings. Raised in Lethbridge, she's been saying “Hi" to wildlife on walks, IDing every bird she hears, and watching animals out her window for as long as she can remember. Her art, featured on handmade stickers, tote bags, prints, bookmarks (and more!) brings the wonder and whimsy of the outdoors in, making your space cozier and more relaxing, customizing your daily accessories, and encouraging people to open their hearts and connect with the amazing nature around them every day.
Dinosty Fossils
ABOUT DINOSTY FOSSILS
We're thrilled to embark on this exciting journey with you and grateful for your visit to explore the treasures we have in store. Stepping into our vibrant world of rocks, gems, and fossils, inspires us to strive for excellence, reach greater heights, and continue sharing the captivating tales of these revered geological wonders.
From the moment we discovered fossils, my mission has been to breathe life into the colorful and natural expressions of rocks, gems, and fossils. I take pride in being among the few who have dedicated their lives to raising awareness about these world-class, incomparable treasures that are still in their geological infancy. Join us as we unveil the fascinating stories of ammonites and ammolite, adding a touch of ancient marvel to your collection.
Dedicated to the world of rocks, gems, and fossils for over 30 years, my enthusiasm for these geological wonders continues to deepen with each passing year. At the onset of my journey, I became enamored with the captivating mosaic of ammonites and ammolite. My only aspiration is that others will come to appreciate the true beauty and intricacy of these remarkable treasures, just as I did in the early days of my career
Hayley Johnson
Hayley Johnson is a local resident who brings a fresh vision to the world around her. With a love of all things creative, Hayley generally spends her creative time working on sewing projects using her grandmother’s 1950’s German Singer sewing machine. Her other creative pastimes include doing gem “paintings” and digital anime fan art. Head to her Instagram page to see more of her artwork!
In the small hamlet of Milk River, Alberta there is a sound. From an average looking garage behind an average looking house the ticking of an antique sewing machine can be heard. A cozy little shop with walls lined with wood-handled tools, neatly stacked leather and bottles of stains and oils. In the corner is an old Singer machine at which sits Kathy. Hands moving with the surety that comes with years of practiced craft. She guides the leather with care, running the stitches along the toughened hide to turn this rigid skin into something functional. On the bench behind her the carving tools, stamps and punches await the next step. To add a woman’s touch of art. To bring beuaty to function… -Corry’s Aesthetics
Kate’s Leather
About Kate’s Leather
Kathy Thompson grew up a farm girl in the Southern Alberta region. It was world where you did not go buy something when you had the resources and the will to mkae it yourself. Years of hard work have give Kathy a gift for leather work that she applies to all manner of accessories. From moccasins, hats, belts, wallets and cell phone cases, to dog harnesses, sheathes, tool pouches and bags she creates unique and durable articles from many different types of leather. See her work in the gallery, or check out her her face book page to enquire about custom projects!
JS Gilbert
While staring out of the office window, waiting for the clock to tick away the hours, oft have I yearned to live a life more of excitement and adventure. A life of full of memories worthy of telling stories about later. JS Gilbert is a man who has done just that. Director, voice actor, performer and author, he also hand crafts a very special line of jewelry. Each piece is invested with JS Gilberts creative spirit, courage and the drive to take the road less travelled simply for the joy of walking it. An inspiration for we who would turn away from the window, and instead take a step outside.- Corry’s Aesthetics
I love working with metal, gemstones, leather and wood
For many years I have sold handmade items to friends and by word of mouth. During Covid, I made a lot of different things and experimented with many different design ideas. This site represents the various jewelry items I have developed. My favorite gemstone is opal, but I will be combining other stones and materials in the future.
If there is something in particular that you are looking for or have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
-JS Gilbert
Hi, I'm Rose, but you can call me Rosie! Born and raised in the beautiful landscapes of British Columbia, Canada, I've always had a passion for TV and film, especially older shows and sci-fi gems that spark nostalgia. This love inspired me to create chibi/kawaii-style sticker sheets, capturing the charm of those iconic stories in a fun, collectible way.
As a dedicated Dungeons & Dragons enthusiast, I wanted to bring a cute, feminine flair to my gameplay. Teaming up with my mother, a crochet expert with over 40 years of experience, we launched a handmade lineup of adorable crochet dice bags. Our creations grew to include other playful items like stickers, tote bags, and RPG character binders, all designed to add a touch of whimsy to your gaming adventures. Join us in celebrating creativity, nostalgia, and the joy of tabletop gaming!
The Rosie Life Company
An asset to our community of artists Dara Krein works primarily in acrylics with a passion for the abstract. Dara is also known for large exterior murals found in Lethbridge, adding color and culture to our city.
Dara Krein
Originally I’m from Latvia (Eastern Europe). I’ve been doing art since I was a kid. I attended art school and then Art & Design College. I was always more drawn to painting, especially portraits. Later I discovered a quilling technique which is a 3D paper artform. Sometimes I combine the two techniques in my work. I’m obsessed with bright colours, contrast, patterns, and movement in art. I’ve always been inspired by street art, Renaissance paintings and Constructivist art.
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Alfia H-Sol
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